PSX Rallies 1,500 Points as Araghchi Visit Boosts Investor

Diplomatic hopes drive strong rebound in Karachi stock market

According to Beyond Time News, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recorded a strong recovery on Friday as improving diplomatic sentiment lifted investor confidence. The benchmark KSE-100 index gained around 1,500 points during the session.

At the close of trading, the index rose by 1,498.66 points, or 0.89%, and settled at 170,672.04.

Market rebounds after early losses

According to Beyond Time News, the market opened under pressure but later reversed losses in the second half of the session. Investors responded positively to renewed hopes of US–Iran diplomatic engagement.

The index had earlier dropped sharply during intraday trading before strong buying interest pushed it into positive territory.

Araghchi visit lifts sentiment

According to Beyond Time News, investor sentiment improved after reports confirmed the expected arrival of Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Islamabad. Traders linked the development to possible progress in regional diplomacy.

This expectation helped stabilize the market and triggered fresh buying activity in key sectors.

Broad-based recovery across key stocks

According to Beyond Time News, 74 companies closed higher as buying spread across multiple sectors. Major support came from banking and energy stocks.

United Bank Limited and Oil and Gas Development Company led gains, while Fauji Cement also performed strongly after reporting solid earnings growth.

Some heavyweight stocks, including MCB Bank, slightly limited overall gains.

Index swings reflect volatility

According to Beyond Time News, the KSE-100 index showed sharp intraday movement. It dropped more than 2,700 points at one stage before recovering strongly in the second half.

The index later hit an intraday high before closing near the 170,000 mark.

Trading activity remains strong

According to Beyond Time News, market participation stayed high despite volatility. Total volume reached 1.19 billion shares, while trading value stood at Rs39.68 billion.

The Bank of Punjab, Unity Foods, and First National Equities were among the most actively traded stocks.

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Foreign investors remain cautious

According to Beyond Time News, foreign investors continued to sell shares worth nearly Rs100 million during the session. This reflects cautious sentiment amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.

Outlook remains positive but sensitive

According to Beyond Time News, analysts expect the market to stay sensitive to geopolitical developments. Any breakthrough in US–Iran talks could push the index toward new highs, while delays may trigger renewed volatility.

Conclusion

According to Beyond Time News, the PSX rally highlights how strongly global diplomacy influences investor sentiment. The market recovery reflects cautious optimism, with traders closely watching developments from Islamabad and the wider region.